After three different beta versions, Apple decided to release the fourth version for their incoming iOS 8. The Fruit Company has decided to roll out download links for iOS 8 beta 4 firmware, as well as adding one of two new features. Along with the new improvements, users get to see the usual bug fixes and general performance enhancements.

Today’s update does not bring too many changes or new features, although, we know that Apple does not mention each and every little alteration within the change log. Thus, I am sure that in the few days, users will discover plenty other interesting features and improvements, besides those who are mentioned in the release.

With each beta release of the iOS 8, Apple introduced a few surprises here and there, which improves the overall functionality of their famous mobile operating system. And the iOS 8 beta 4 is no exception, since it has some notable improvements and modifications.

At this moment, only those of you who are registered to Apple’s Developers Program can go and grab the latest beta using the usual procedure. All you have to do is to visit Apple’s official developer site, where you will find every piece of information you need in order to download iOS 8 beta 4 on iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. On the other hand, if you already have iOS 8 beta 3 installed, you can easily download the latest update by heading over to Settings, General, Software update right from your iOS device. As you can see, this process is actually simple and easy, but you will need a reliable internet connection.

On the other hand, if you already have iOS 8 beta 3 installed, you can easily download the latest update by heading over to Settings, General, Software update right from your iOS device. As you can see, this process is actually simple and easy, but you will need a reliable internet connection.

Among the usual bug fixes and general improvements, users suggested a couple of other significant changes. For example, the alleged Bug Reported app, which allowed users to send bug and crash reports to Apple, has been removed in iOS 8 beta 4. In the same time, the new iOS 8 beta 4 brings a new makeover for the Homekit icon.

It is worth mentioning the new display and brightness setting. Apple has made a small change to how brightness is changed from the settings app, now being found under the Display & Brightness setting. The option now includes the possibility to alter text size, to turn bold text on or off.

A new option Handoff & Suggested Apps has been added under Settings > General, which lets users turn off or on the ability to show relevant apps to their location on the lock screen or the app switcher. Moreover, with the latest beta update, users are able to customize whether they want to see the recent or favorite contacts in the App Switcher. In order to access this setting, just head over to Settings > Mail, Contacts, Calendars, and then select “Show in App Switcher” under the Contacts section.

The GM release of the iOS 8 should be introduced along with Apple’s next generation of Smartphone, called the iPhone 6. The new software along with the new hardware are expected to be unveiled anytime soon, although Apple is known for its habit of revealing more than four beta version for a major OS update.